1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Z9 | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2360 mm |